Account formerly used by the SQA vocational Computing team. This account is no longer active - follow Qualifications Scotland on Bluesky.

Glasgow, UK
Joined August 2009
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Time keeps on ticking, ticking, ticking - to ICEF South Asia! We are ready to meet you to discuss how Skills for English can help you reach your international education goals. Stop by Booth #19, and visit skillsforenglish.com, to learn more! @ICEFglobal
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Skills for English has become the world’s most available secure English language test. Join us in our quest to provide the most cost-effective and secure English Language test by accepting Skills for English at your institution. Contact [email protected]
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As global education grows, what does the future hold for English-language testing? Check out this article in @NAFSA's latest edition of International Educator to find out: fal.cn/3wAHm #IntlEd #ELA #studyabroad #highereducation
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SQA Computing team retweeted
Are there Any Scottish Secondary teachers who have an interest in #Esports & would like to answer a few questions on the new Esports NPA being developed? I'm the development lead for this project & we are at the initial research stage. #helpneeded
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We need educators to revise unit specifications and devise assessment materials for qualifications in the digital portfolio. Visit blogs.sqa.org.uk/digitallite… for an update and more info😊
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Girls! The #CyberFirst Girls Competition is back for 2022! Registration is now open so it's time to get your team together... 👩‍💻 #GirlsComp22 ncsc.gov.uk/cyberfirst/girls…
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What is big data? A dataset that is too large to be processed by traditional tools and software. Find out more with the NPA Data Science (Level 4,5,6) buff.ly/3pvKvkh #DataLiteracy
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We are looking for someone to revise our Network Literacy units at SCQF levels 4, 5 and 6. If you are interested in getting involved please reply to @qualsdigital and we’ll get in touch with further information.
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Who is the NPA in Data Science for? Everyone! Every learner will benefit from having data analysis skills, and every teacher will be able to deliver the qualification. Find out more: buff.ly/3pvKvkh
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Calling teams of S2 girls – the @NCSC #CyberFirst Girls Competition starts in just over a week’s time. Have you signed up yet? Please RT @DigitalWorldHQ @DigiLearnScot @SQAComputing CyberFirst Girls Competition - NCSC.GOV.UK
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Information and guidance for centres regarding Graded Units for SQA Higher National Certificates, Higher National Diplomas, and SQA Advanced Qualifications in session 20-21 is now available bit.ly/2HrBwiW More updates are available via our HN Hub bit.ly/2J488Qp
Great to support the Data Science qualification @data_schools in a webinar last night. The new teacher and student guides are great, with loads of great sign posts to data sets, teaching ideas and activities. Scotland leading the way in Data Science education. @SQAComputing
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It's #NationalCodingWeek 😎 To celebrate, Bobby from @sqanews has written a blog for us! In it he explains why he thinks the country needs talented software engineers & efficient workers. @codingweek Read 'Coding is the third Literacy' here👇 bit.ly/2FvFQwu #coding
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SQA Computing team retweeted
SQA courses in Cyber Security are striking a chord with school-age pupils and college-level students, offering greater routes into employment in the field. Read more about these courses ow.ly/4unP50zm9NS #ScotlandISresilient #skills #cybersecurity
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Statement by the Chief Executive of the Scottish Qualifications Authority and Scotland’s Chief Examining Officer - Thursday 19 March - bit.ly/3a5mybl
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Scottish Government and SQA joint statement on the Coronavirus, and impact on August 2020 certification - Wednesday 18 March - bit.ly/3b4iY1f
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SQA Computing team retweeted
📣 My new book is out today: Packed with bitesize information “Coder in Training” teaches you all about computer coding and the creative and problem-solving skills a coder needs. Aimed at 5-9 year olds! 👨‍💻 👩‍💻 Illustrated by @sarahillustrate @MacKidsBooks amzn.to/2wu6NMh
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SQA Computing team retweeted
We are currently developing a Professional Development Award in Cyber Security, designed for those already working in the sector. Keep up to date with developments by following our Computing blog blogs.sqa.org.uk/computing/ #CyberScotWeek2020
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Pupils in schools across Scotland are being introduced to cyber security, and the many opportunities a career in the sector can offer them, thanks to our National Progression Award. #CyberScotWeek2020 youtu.be/460QXp8EPD8
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SQA Computing team retweeted
From our NPA offered in schools, through to our new HND, our Cyber Security qualifications provide a pathway to a successful career in the sector #CyberScotWeek2020 sqa.org.uk/sqa/93177.html
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